hand over
Example Sentences
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At the top of the dugout stairs, he put his hand over his heart and acknowledged the cheering crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
The Indonesian government has requested India hand over the apes, forestry ministry spokesman Ristianto Pribadi told AFP on Friday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Sitting in a chair on the theater stage, Jerry holds an envelope containing cash, telling Mona that it’s her job to make him hand over the rent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026
Others in the no camp say the country would have to hand over more decision-making power to the bloc in exchange for limited influence and membership would weigh on Iceland’s budget.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Mom reached out and placed her hand over his, just as she’d done with Dad.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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